# BIS Foreign Manufacturer Certification: Getting BIS Without an Indian Entity

Most foreign electronics brands assume they need an Indian subsidiary or manufacturing partner to get BIS CRS certification. They don't. The BIS Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme lets overseas manufacturers apply directly — but you must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative who signs legally binding documents on your behalf. Understanding the FMC scheme structure saves months of misdirected effort.


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### You don't need an Indian company to get BIS

Many foreign hardware brands delay India entry assuming BIS certification needs an Indian subsidiary. It doesn't. The BIS Foreign Manufacturer Certification scheme lets overseas manufacturers apply for BIS CRS certification directly. But you must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative before you can apply.

### How the FMC scheme works

Under the BIS Act, the FMC scheme lets overseas facilities get a BIS licence without an Indian entity. Your Authorized Indian Representative signs jointly and is legally liable. BIS also inspects the factory abroad. Allow six to twelve months.

### Starting the FMC process

Identify your Authorized Indian Representative before testing — selection can take four to eight weeks and is the most common delay. A professional BIS consultancy already acting as AIR for other manufacturers is usually fastest. Run lab testing in parallel to save time.

Tags: BIS, India, BIS CRS, foreign manufacturer, India compliance